THE Original Tea Gardens Ferry has been listed as a finalist in the Tourism category of the 2025 Australian Small Business Champion Awards.
“When I found out last week, I was stunned, it did not even register right away that this is a national-level award,” owner/operator Kerrie Jeffreys told NOTA.
“To think our lovely ladies of the Bay are being recognised on a national level is a fantastic tribute to our entire team, from Skipper Gary, Deckhand
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Annie and the day-to-day crew, to the behind-the-scenes legends making magic happen.”
The ferry company has been operating between Tea Gardens and Nelson Bay for 30 years.
Kerrie joined the team in September 2022, after her international tourism work dried up in the face of COVID-19.
Initially offered the post of general manager, she subsequently bought the company.
Having had family living on one side of the Bay or the other for decades, she feels a strong connection to the region.
Kerrie and the crew have worked tirelessly over the past two years to grow the business, and provide and maintain a service
Events for seniors
MIDCOAST Council is putting on an abundance of different workshops, talks and experiences from 3 to 15 March to celebrate the 2025 NSW Seniors Festival.
Seniors will be able to meet new friends and get amongst the celebrations at different venues from Tea Gardens to
Gloucester, Wingham, Tinonee, Harrington and everywhere in between - all for free.
MidCoast Council Manager of Libraries, Community and Cultural Services, Alex Mills said the program that’s jam-packed full of activities has just been released and includes music, movies, arts and crafts and tons of different workshops.
that bolsters the economies of
and Nelson Bay alike.
“The vision has always been clear: to keep our historic vessels running for the enjoyment of generations to come,” Kerrie said.
Award winners will be announced at the end of March at The Star in Sydney's glittering Darling Harbour.
“This is a great chance to take the time to recognise our sensational seniors, who make up about one third of our entire population,” he said.
“It’s also a great time to start a conversation and tap into the life experiences, learnings, and laughs our seniors have to share.”
For a comprehensive list of all the free activities, dates and times go to www.midcoast.nsw.gov.au/SeniorsFest
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Gardens Ferry fleet.
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Past efforts to repel the waterbirds have been unsuccessful in the long-term.
Back in 2004, an agreement
between the then-Great Lakes Council and electricity provider Essential Energy saw the strapping of plastic-embedded spikes to the arms and tops of the bridge’s lights.
In 2015, when the Singing Bridge lights were replaced, Council and Essential Energy reapplied the anti-bird spikes to the new lights.
Last year, several pieces of the 10-year-old spikes were found to be dangling from the lights, directly overhead the pedestrian footpath, while some large fragments were found on the roadway itself.
Today, some of the spikes have fallen away altogether, while others have slipped upside down or have large gaps between them.
q A common sight: pelicans roost upon most lights along the Singing Bridge.
q Spikes dangling from a Singing Bridge light last year.
At the Monday 17 February meeting of the Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Progress Association (HNTGPA), pelican-safe alternatives were discussed.
It was noted that while the spikes were initially successful in their primary purpose, they sent a negative anti-bird message to commuters using the bridge.
According to a spokesperson for Essential Energy, “Essential Energy and MidCoast Council are developing options that balance the needs of wildlife with the functionality of our infrastructure.
“We appreciate the community's support and patience as we work towards a solution that ensures the well-being of pelicans landing on streetlights, as bird spikes are not suitable for use with large birds.”
The concept of a ‘cantilever’
approach, moved by former HNTGPA President Trevor Jennings back in 2015, was the most popular of those considered.
The cantilever would incorporate a second arm on the light for pelicans to
sit upon.
The location of the arm would also encourage the pelicans to aim their droppings into the river, as opposed to the road, cars and pedestrians below.
Massive search for fisherman continues
By Jack GRAMENZ and Farid FARID, AAP
FAST moving currents have hampered the search for a missing fisherman believed to have been dragged overboard by a shark.
The experienced game fisherman involved in the incident off Port Stephens has been identified as Paul Barning.
Mr Barning had been competing in a fishing competition in the area, which was called off after he went overboard.
Some 40 boats in the area joined police in the search but he did not resurface, NSW Police Superintendent Joe McNulty told reporters on Monday.
A search was set to resume on Tuesday (after the
publication of this newspaper), extending as far south as Jervis Bay, east of Canberra.
"It is a large search area, it's 1500 nautical miles at this stage, because the current is moving so fast," Supt McNulty
said.
He said it appeared to be a tragic accident, but recovery efforts could have been assisted if the fisherman had taken precautions.
"He's 55km offshore
q Water police are searching for a fisherman who was reportedly pulled into the water by a shark. Photo: Darren Pateman/AAP PHOTOS.
without a life jacket... tragically, that may have assisted in his recovery," he told reporters on Monday.
"It doesn't matter how experienced you are, how long you've been fishing, please wear a life jacket," he said.
NSW Game Fishing Association president Steve Lamond, who said he had known Mr Barning for 20 years, described the Sunday
afternoon incident as a freak accident.
"He was basically dragged overboard, underwater and disappeared," he told AAP on Monday.
"He was tragically lost at sea in the most unlikely of circumstances whilst fishing on his boat."
Mr Lamond urged against speculation Mr Barning had been attacked by a shark,
with police believing he had become entangled and dragged overboard while a shark was on the line.
"The shark has taken off and that fishing line has pulled taut and maybe contributed to him going over the side of his vessel," Supt McNulty said.
"There's no evidence to say that shark has attacked the person in the water," he added.
by Ashleigh John
Superannuation is one of the largest assets of Australian families, but what is it really worth? In Australia, the most common types of superannuation are:
Accumulation interests: where the value of the fund is calculated by the value of the contributions made by the worker/employer and any income earned on investments. Its value is usually the same as the figure that appears on the annual statement issued by the fund.
Defined benefit interests: are usually attached to government workers. Its value is determined in whole or in part by a formula, including elements such as years of service and final income. They often also involve an accumulation interest element. Generally, an actuary or forensic accountant is required to value the interest, which is often different to the figure that appears on the annual statement.
Self-managed superannuation: is increasingly popular in Australia. Often assets held within the fund have fluctuating values, such as properties, and will not be valued each year, so the value set out in the annual statement may not accurately set out the actual entitlement if there has been a change in the value of the asset within the fund (which has recently been an issue due to the rise in the property market).
Most workers are unconcerned about the precise value of their superannuation until it is time to retire, rollover to another fund or splitting superannuation for a family law property settlement. At those times it is important to accurately determine the value of your superannuation interest, and as you can see, that value may not be as it first seemed.
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q The mess regularly left by the pelicans’ droppings.
q Pieces of the spikes have been found on the bridge roadway and footpath.
Food Swap looks to the future
By John SAHYOUN
THE WOOTTON Food Swap, now in its eighth year, is looking towards the future and considering expanding the concept.
The food swap allows community members the opportunity to exchange home-grown or home-made items, as well as plants and seeds.
A give away table of kitchen items is also present at swap meets.
Members coordinate who is growing what and share hard earned gardening tips.
They are also afforded an
opportunity to catch up in a relaxed social setting.
“At the January swap we discussed how it was all going and whether we should modify how we ran the swaps,” coordinator Peter Dixon said.
“There was a lot of enthusiasm in getting speakers along to the swaps from time to time.
“Some ideas floated include… talks about bush regeneration, weed control, soil health, what to plant now, insects and biosecurity.”
There is also interest in hosting food related workshops before or after
swap events, following the success of a previous kimchi workshop.
Seasonal pot luck lunches have also been suggested.
Wootton food swap members are keen to work with similar initiatives in the region and explore opportunities for better cross promotion and coordination.
Swaps are held at Midday on the second Saturday of each month at the Wootton Hall.
Attendees can bring along any home-grown or homemade items, seeds, seedlings and cuttings.
New participants are always welcome.
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q Over 40 community representatives attended a presentation on 29 January at the Avon Valley Inn.
Funding for 32 community groups
STRATFORD Coal has announced an investment of more than $106,000 into community organisations across the Gloucester and Stroud regions.
The funding will be shared across 32 local community groups and initiatives that work in the areas of healthcare and aged services, social and community, environment, education and training, arts, leisure, and cultural heritage.
Tri Challenge.
“We are thankful to Stratford Coal for their financial support to help make this amazing race day happen,” said event organiser Sam de Witte.
“The challenge is open to men, women and children over twelve years old, and tests their fitness and staying power.
“It’s a popular event on the racing calendar, bringing people to the area in the lead up and on the day.
annual Community Support Program.
“We are always happy to get everyone together to celebrate their donation and to discuss how they are investing the funding to bring their idea or program to life for the benefit of the people in our community.
Over 40 representatives attended a presentation on 29 January at the Avon Valley Inn to celebrate the funding boost.
One of the recipients is the Gloucester Mountain Man
“It is also a true community day that unites competitors, volunteers and spectators together for a multisport event.”
Stratford Coal Operations Manager John Cullen congratulated the successful 2025 recipients of the
“The Community Support Program gives us a wonderful opportunity to assist locally focused projects with donations that are big and small, and since 2010 we have granted over $1,100,000 to groups across the Gloucester and Stroud regions.
“We look forward to hearing and sharing the success of the 2025 projects, and to seeing the positive impact they make on our community,” said John.
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Showing off and gearing up for Motorfest
q Ross shares his long-held dream, a 1975 Ford XB Falcon John Goss Special in ‘Emerald Fire’ colours.
By Thomas O’KEEFE
AUTOMOBILE enthusiasts
from the Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Motor Club have showcased their fourwheeled pride and joys ahead of next month’s Motorfest.
The event on Saturday 8 March is gearing up to be bigger and better than ever with more activities for the community and visitors, and many more cars like those on display in Tea Gardens last weekend.
Georgie and Ranald Mackay brought their beloved Bug, a 1956 VW model, which is in almost original condition.
Looking much like it did when it rolled out of the postwar German factory, it has everything from the original duco to the oil-bath air filter and “trafficator” semaphores.
“It still has its original gearbox, which is rare, as
it often gave quite a bit of trouble, and its original 6V battery made headlights like a setting sun,” Ranald told NOTA.
“It lacks seatbelts, they were not originally installed back then, and they won't let us put them in now.”
No doubt the VW Bug’s iconic rear engine, which could kick up 36 horsepower, was enough to get its original users from A to B.
Peter Vaessen’s 1967 MGB was a small but speedy standout, top-down and all, looking very much like the classic “little red sports car”.
“It’s all original, just a few new parts, a filter, radiator, battery,” Peter said.
“They used to have two 6V batteries, one under each seat.
“I love the nostalgia drive, with the wind-in-the-hair feeling (except when I wear
the special hat my wife got me)”.
“I can [still] get to Sydney and back on one tank.”
Peter’s story is itself “a classic”.
“When my kids asked me about birthday/Christmas presents, I always joked I wanted a red MG.
“They got me a model one year, and then eventually called my bluff and bought me this real one!”
Ross Anderson, President of the Motor Club, was positively smitten with his 1975 Ford XB Falcon.
“This is the John Goss Special, made the year after Goss’ historic win at the Bathurst 1000,” he said.
“Ford put it out in only two colours, 'Emerald Fire' and ‘Apollo Blue’. A friend had a blue one, which was very attractive, but I kept an eye open until a green one came
Community and heritage funding rounds open
COMMUNITY groups can now apply to receive financial assistance through MidCoast Council’s community donations and heritage funding rounds.
If you have a project to benefit the community or a heritage listed place or property, you may be eligible for a grant through the funding programs.
This funding is available anywhere in the MidCoast.
Community donations funding can assist organisations to deliver community development and capacity building projects.
The annual donations program offers up to $2000, or up to $10,000 over a two-year period. Submit your application by 30 March 2025.
“This funding recognises the valuable social contribution community organisations
make to our region,” said MidCoast Council Mayor Claire Pontin.
“We know that this small amount of assistance can make all the difference in getting great community projects off the ground.”
Funding for heritage buildings is also available and is jointly funded by MidCoast Council and the NSW Government.
It offers assistance of up to $2,000 and in some special cases grants of up to $5,000 are available.
Submit your application by Sunday 4 May.
“Heritage buildings are an important asset to our community, attracting tourists, increasing pride in the community and giving us a sense of who we are and where we’ve come from,” added Mayor Pontin.
As part of the application process, eligible property owners must demonstrate
along.
“I have always been a supporter of Australian manufacturing, this one was built in Geelong and still has its original motor, plus a few other modern technology pieces.
“Many called this one the 'Mustang-bred Falcon'.”
Jock Johnstone was
with his
although he admitted he used to be a Holden man. This allAmerican muscle car was straight from the States, with left-hand drive - all original except for a refurbished paintjob and shiny aluminium trimmings.
It was repainted in Tea
their contribution to the project, as the grant cannot make up more than 50 percent of the total project cost.
The local heritage fund focuses on preserving our region’s heritage and creating sympathetic renovations and improvements to our buildings and places.
“This program has supported some wonderful restoration projects over the past five years, and we’re excited to announce this funding opportunity for 2025,” Mayor Pontin said.
“These funding programs enrich our way of life and add value to our area.”
Apply now as a first step towards getting your project up and running.
You can find the funding criteria and application forms at www.midcoast. nsw.gov.au/grants.
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chuffed
1973 Chevrolet Camaro,
Gardens by Jason Riley. “GM borrowed parts of this design from Ferrari and Jaguar, and it shows in the very nice lines, with a gently upswept spoiler,” Jock said. Each classic car had a unique aesthetic, which stood out in a carpark filled with modern cars that are “so-so” in comparison.
q Georgie and Ranald love their original 1956 VW Bug.
q Peter is fully equipped for the highway in his 1967 MG-B.
q Jock shows off the impressive lines of his 1973 Chevy Camaro.
A journey into colour
By Thomas O’KEEFE
A SPECIAL exhibition opening was held at Tea Gardens’ Galleries in the Gardens (GiG) on Saturday 15 February, showcasing the creative talents of local artist Bridget Taylor.
Bridget, who splits her time between the Hunter Valley hinterland and the Myall Coast, was chosen by the Galleries to showcase her work for the month.
Having studied fine arts in multiple disciplines, as well as being involved in public artworks around Newcastle, Bridget had some big, bold images to display.
“I am studying colours at the moment, as well as shapes and patterns,” Bridget told NOTA.
“I love how you can put a colour down, like it or hate it, then put one next to it, and everything changes.
“I like to work on largescale canvas, get immersed, [with] only some loose sketches on the side, as I like to paint directly onto the canvas.
“I work the whole canvas at the same time, rather than focusing on one area, as it balances the colour and the lines, and can build up three to five layers.”
The blue-green of some of
Bridget’s works on display is the result of layering, rather than mixing on the palette, and Bridget’s method belies a multitude of details, with thin strokes and small circles, even three-dimensional dots.
“The colours tell you what it needs,” Bridget said.
“Lighter colour on a dark background adds movement, and too much mixing makes it stagnant.”
The GiG will soon host its major bi-annual Anderson Art Award, with entries closing Thursday 27 March.
The show will open in mid-April.
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q One corner of the Galleries is currently devoted to Bridget’s works.
q Bridget reflects upon the inspiration for her recycled work.
q A blend of realistic and abstract begins to define Bridget’s style.
q Coral reefs loaded with layers of colour and detail.
Stinker’s History: The early days of oysters
By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE
EARNEST Jasper Symonds arrived in Australia from England as a 14 year old cabin boy and joined his uncle John Welsley Symonds, who had previously migrated and was living in Raymond Terrace.
Earnest was encouraged by his uncle not to return to sea and the young man headed for the surrounding forests to cut timber – he had somehow gained a contract to cut “knees” for boat building in Sydney and England.
Earnest worked the heavily wooded areas of Swan Bay, Karuah, Gloucester and Stroud where he met and married Emily Margaret Farley, the
q Dickie Symonds (seated foreground) with baby daughter Marjorie on Main Street, Karuah in 1921.
daughter of the publican of the Australia Hotel.
The young couple moved to Karuah, which was central
to the forests in the district.
They lived on the northern side of the Karuah River on Sawyers Point
adjacent to the Karuah Engineering Works. Living in Karuah it was difficult not to consider the possibilities of entering the developing oyster industry.
With grand plans, Earnest purchased a lease from R.H.D.White and established an extensive rock cultivation lease by laying substantial turpentine piles on the sea bed and placing the previously caught ballast stones on top of the piles.
This labour intensive
task resulted in a “man made” island known as Rocky Island.
In 1904 Herbert George Maxwell “Dickie” Symonds was born.
He worked for William Dalgleish at the Karuah Engineering Works where the K.E.W engines were developed.
These highly efficient engines were used widely in the timber industry and for marine application.
At 17 years old Dickie married Kate Johnson, the daughter of the local school teacher.
They had a daughter, Marjorie, who years later became a war bride and left
for America soon after the end of the Second World War.
Marjorie died in Hawaii in 2011 aged 89 years.
Dickie married Beulah Motum of the Tea Gardens fishing family and had two girls, Lynn and Petrina.
Dickie moved into the oyster industry and with his immense enthusiasm and drive was elected by his peers as the founding President of the North Coast Oyster Growers Association.
The main objective of the organisation was to give a voice to the vast majority of oyster farmers who operated outside the Georges River, Sydney umbrella.
Within 10 years of its establishment the organisation represented the entire oyster industry. With his determination Dickie became a political force who could not be ignored.
Dick Symonds’ original oyster shed, which he built, was on the Aliceton side of the Karuah River, now the site of the Karuah Motor Yacht Club.
Brothers Geoff and Neville Morante worked with Dick who moved over to the Sawyers Point side because of the nagging westerly winds and a lack of punt access because of the extensive mud flat.
q Port Stephens Councillors are convinced by oyster farmers Raymond O’Bryan and Dick Symonds that the local oyster is of the highest quality. The Council party consisted of President J Scott, Dept Pres Cr Walker and Councillors Collins, George, Walbridge, Dowling, Shearman and Dixon.
q Herbert George Maxwell (Dickie) Symonds polling the punt with father Earnest Jasper in the rear circa 1924. Their oyster shed was built on the north side of the Karuah River.
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Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN
READING by Lynne Miles: Psalm 86: 5
MERCIFUL - "For You Lord are merciful and ready to forgive and abundant in lovingkindness to all who call upon You."
The Write Direction
By John BLACKBOURN
Addressing the issue
THE airline industry is again in the news with one of its major players, Virgin, deciding to cease their Adelaide to Darwin service due to dwindling numbers.
Of course, there were screams of foul play by authorities in Adelaide and Darwin, neither of whom wanted to see a reduction of air services for their cities.
These reactions fly in the face of the reality - which is that airlines are businesses and they need profitability to survive in their tricky game.
When we look at the operational issues facing REX Airline, it is possible to see what needs to be done in order to get their operation back on track, to survive in the longer term, and to deliver service to regional areas.
It has been my lot in life to be invited onto the boards of some eight public companies that were struggling with the realities of falling profitability, to sort them out by making the hard decisions.
This takes time, however the basic premise is to reduce expenditure and increase income to operate profitably.
It may sound simple enough, but the discipline needed to make this happen is always reacted to in the same way that the authorities are complaining to Virgin
The Big Screen
By Lindsay HALL
OSCAR season is upon us, and that means a deluge of dramas built around powerhouse performances, all hoping for a chance at a golden statue or two.
A top contender for “Best Foreign” in a few categories is I’m Still Here, a historical biopic of Eunice Paiva, a political activist whose husband was “disappeared” by the military dictatorship of Brazil in 1970.
This is based on a book written by their son, Marcello Rubens Paiva, and has been adapted by Walter Salles - a legend of global cinema.
The real buzz around this film has focused on the performance of Fernanda Torres in the lead role, who portrays both the despondency of unresolved grief and the growing steely determination to change a broken world into something better while still coming across as a believable and loving mother.
Not quite so lofty is the epic fantasy adventure In The Lost Lands
A fusion of post-apocalyptic sci-fi with a Western vibe, and a sprinkling of vague magical powers, the film stars Milla Jovovich as a queen on a mystical quest, who hires Dave Bautista to help her
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DEAR Jasminda,
EVERY time I go to the beach there is a sea of bums.
Everyone under the age of about 20 (and some well over) are jiggling around in g-strings.
Is this acceptable?
Francis P.
Dear Francis,
ACCEPTABLE is a strange word in these times.
It also depends on who you are talking to.
There are many who would gleefully flock to the beach to get a glimpse of the bums you refer to, and others who would be sweating bucketloads of moral panic over it.
Swimwear has been through many phases and it always comes with negative comments from the modesty brigade.
In the early 1900s, women had to wear loose-fitting frocks and later they were swaddled in conservative woollen swimsuits (can you imagine how uncomfortable that would be?).
In the 1930s, costumes hugged the figure and the material changed, with nylon making
Airlines about the cessation of some of their services.
When we look at REX and the routes they service, it becomes arguable that their least profitable routes to some very isolated locations need to be eliminated or heavily reduced.
Maybe they could even be incorporated into a circular route serving more than one destination, involving a less regular service to that particular location whilst still maintaining a service.
Putting humpy dumpty back together
last the rest of the year.
navigate the dangers of the dark world.
Director Paul W.S. Anderson is Jovovich’s husband.
Their pairing has seen the Resident Evil film series become confoundingly successful.
Anderson is a master of modern B-grade movies, in that while stories are often undercooked, performances are over-the-top and he frequently prioritises style over substance, his films are almost always actually entertaining Small-scale indie dramas are often opportunities to pack several great performers into close quarters and be riveted by the results, and Aussie prison film Inside looks like it might manage exactly that.
Newcomer Vincent Miller stars as juvenile offender Mel who is being pressured by older inmate Warren (Guy Pearce) to kill his new cellmate, a notorious criminal played by Cosmo Jarvis.
Writer/director Charles Williams has crafted a tight narrative that explores the trap of the prison system, by which people who may want to transform their lives into something better are beset by what they must do to survive on the inside.
If you’re not too put off by sentimentality in your pictures, White Bird has enough to
Marketed as “a wonder story”, this film serves as a sequel to the 2017 film Wonder, about a boy born with a genetic facial deformity finding his place in a new school.
This film, however, uses the bully from that picture as the catalyst for a long-form flashback narrated by his grandmother (played by Helen Mirren) who is sharing her experiences of persecution as a Jew in WWII to convince him to be kinder to others, even when they are different. Yes, I have just explained the whole film, but the trailer already does that.
Director Marc Foster is a skilled hand at exactly this kind of narrative so this will be the good kind of “movie with a message”. Dahomey is a film from documentarian Mati Diop that blends fact with a sort of fictional narrative as 26 artefacts of the Kingdom of Dahomey (the West-African nation now known as Benin) are returned to their native lands after being displayed in a French museum.
The “fiction” is in the form of a narrative attributed to one of the statues being returned, commenting on the history of the land and the time spent “captive”. Another glimpse into the turmoil of an oppressed nation, The Seed of the Sacred Fig is being marketed as a political drama, but actually skews more into being a thriller.
it more comfortable to swim and sunbake, but they were still quite puritanical by today's standards.
Tummies were exposed by the 1950s and by the 60s, tops and bottoms were shrinking with a lot of skin on show. In the 80s it was all about fluoro and it wasn't just the bums that were out.
Topless bathing was as prolific as the smell of coconut oil and hairspray.
It's surprising we didn't self-combust with all the additives and chemicals in the air.
I wonder, Francis, if it will come full circle again.
Perhaps, with cabanas offering more sun protection, and a greater awareness of the dangers of sunbaking, more people will embrace the cover-up culture and protect themselves from the harsh effects of the Australian sun and the sanctimonious sermonising of those in sensible swimwear.
Let me tell you, though, Francis, if I still had my 19-year-old bum, it would be out there frolicking amongst that sea of bums (between the flags of course) and enjoying every moment.
Why not?
And why not embrace people wearing whatever they feel comfortable in at whatever age while they still can?
In this era of body positivity, a bit of jiggling, if the jiggler feels good about it, is surely not for the rest of us to judge.
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
again can certainly be achieved by thought, persistence and discipline - thus keeping the service to these regional destinations open and in dependable hands.
Whilst these issues are no doubt being considered by the administrators, the overall debt and cash flow position of REX is unknown to those outside the circle and will be critical for its survival.
Iman (Missagh Zareh) has recently been appointed an investigating judge in the Revolutionary Court of Iran, but discovers he is expected to rubber stamp sentences imposed by his superiors without regard for the truth.
Caught between his conscience, political uprising in the streets and threats of harm to his family, Iman grows in paranoia and begins to question the loyalties of everyone surrounding him, including his own wife and daughters.
Another charming little documentary, this time from Sweden, arrives in The Last Journey
Filmmakers Filip Hammar and Fredrik Wikingsson are something like a Swedish Hamish and Andy, having built a joint career over 25 years as television hosts, presenters and quasi-journalists.
Sometime around 2023, Filip’s father Lars retired from a 40-year career teaching French, but soon fell into the melancholy and malaise that besets many in that stage of life.
In the hopes of “rekindling his spark” the duo decide to take him on a road trip to his beloved France, and figure that enough hijinks would ensue to justify the inclusion of a camera crew.
The result is indeed often hilarious, heartbreaking and beautiful in equal measure.
Masters host major swim meet
By Thomas O’KEEFE
THE Myall Masters Swimming Club held their annual carnival at home in the Tea Gardens pool on Saturday 15 February.
While a dreary grey sky slowly cleared, swimmers from 27 clubs from across NSW swarmed poolside to test their mettle at an event that has become one of the most popular Masters swim meets in NSW.
“We had a record number of 174 entries, and a great day, with weather that was kind to us,” Club Captain
Shane O’Connor told NOTA.
“Our newest members Sally Hunter, Sharon Carroll, Carolyn Jefferies and Walt Hannibal had excellent debuts, with each performing well in their individual events.
“Sharon took out two firsts in her age-group (5054) and Walt finished overall third in his age group (6569), while Tracey Rochester was outstanding in her first competitive butterfly swim, one of four butterfliers demonstrating the improving technical skills of our swimmers this year.”
Luke Rochester (25-29
age group) and Leon Bobako (75-79 age group) each won all four of their events, granting them both the title of ‘Overall Men’s Champion’ in their respective age groups.
Christine Sefton and Jo Collins both won three of their four events and came second in their fourth events, with Jo also finishing first in her respective age group (6569).
Both Myall men’s relay teams won first place in their age groups in the 4x50metre Relays, and the two Myall women’s relay teams came first and third in their age groups.
The Myall Masters finished third overall, being pipped at the post by Maitland (first) and Warringah (second).
“A well-deserved thank you to the pool staff, under the supervision of Cathy Haynes, who had the pool and surrounds in tip top condition for the day and to the Lions Club who once again provided a delicious BBQ for all involved,” said Shane.
On hand, by request, was the legendary Tea Gardens
on.
Lions BBQ team, who kept the swimmers well fed throughout the day.
“The planning and followthrough undertaken by Steve Rees as Meet Director set the scene for yet another successful Myall Masters Carnival,” added Leon Bobako.
“Our new Club Captain Shane O’Connor did a great job in his first year, keeping swimmers motivated and ready for their events.
“The support of helpers Friday evening, pre- and postSaturday’s event, plus during the meet, added up to great
team work and a friendly atmosphere that prevailed over the weekend, while the attitude, focus and results achieved from all competitors is a testament to the efforts of our Head Coach Sharon Taylor and the dedication of all our squad members is to be commended.”
Many visiting swimmers commented that the Myall Masters meet is the highlight of their swimming calendar. They return every year to enjoy the friendly atmosphere and the country hospitality.
Hawks Nest Thursday Night Darts
By John EDWARDS
20 FEBRUARY.
Ladies highest score: Christine Mckenzie-81.
Men’s highest score: Geoff Smith- 125.
Great to see so many tourists playing.
Tea Gardens Women’s Bowling Club
By Lynda RICHARDS
TUESDAY 8th February: Bowls played 3 games of 3 bowls Triples 18 ends. On the 14th end Jo Plummer, Dot Dallas and Bev Harrington had a 6 shot lead(15 v 9) bowling against Vicki McMillan, Dale Cameron and Bette Saillard, Bette's team won 3 out of the next 4 ends just losing here by 3 shots, 16 v 13. A big win to Lyn Nightingale, Jeanette Emmett and Judi Polak 19 v Jane Uff, Maryanne Cuss and Jean Glover 8 and a win also to Lynda Richards, Maynie Roberts and Karen Green 21 v Jan Coomer, Judy McGavock and Robyn Beaumont 14. The
winners on the day winning with the highest score were Lynda, Maynie and Karen.
Thursday 20th February: Format for bowls today Triples, 12 ends, the first Thursday that TGMBC have been invited to bowl with the ladies hence a big welcome to Rick Islaub who took up the invitation. Vicki McMillan, Lynda Richards and Bev Harrington by the 7th end were in front by 3 shots 8 v 5 their opponents Sheril Johnson, Lyn Nightingale and Maureen Campbell. Bev's team won the next 3 ends adding 11 points to their tally and eventually winning here 16 v 8. The following is a story of never "giving up"
Sheila Rattray, Dot Dallas and Jean Glover with just 2
ends left to bowl were down 8 shots (13 v 5) they won the last 2 ends scoring 4 points then 5 more points claiming victory here 14 v 13. I believe Precy Swaddling, Rick Islaub and Deyonne Page still cannot believe that they lost the game. A close contest on the next rink the winners here Deb Gardner, Maynie Roberts and Bette Saillard 11 v Lorraine Murphy, Sue Morris and Karen Green 9. The winners on the day winning with the highest score were Vicki, Lynda and Bev. Coming events: Tuesday 25th February round 1 of the Club Championship Major Pairs, social bowls will still be played during this competition.
q David Kelly prepares to launch, with Myall squad members watching
Photo: Myall Masters.
q Christine Sefton dives into her breaststroke race. Photo: Myall Masters.
q The Myall Women's Relay team (L-R): Sharon, Jo, Linda and Christine. Photo: Myall Masters.
q The legendary Tea Gardens Lions BBQ team kept swimmers fed all day. Photo: Myall Masters.
Winners for the second
week in a row: Clinton Harris and Tony Berra. Runners up: Michael Corg and John Edwards.
q Winners: Clint Harris and Tony Berra. Runners Up: Michael Borg and John Edwards.
ANOTHER great field of 36 ladies teed off in Saturday’s Stableford event.
The early showers cleared away to a warm, humid afternoon so the sea breeze was most welcome.
Also welcome were our visitors from Kurri Kurri, Roseville, Port Macquarie and Toronto Golf Clubs playing in the group today.
Competition was tight at the top of the leaderboard, with only one shot separating the first 5 ladies.
Results: Saturday 15/2/25
Ladies 18 Hole Stableford
A Grade Winners: 1st
Denise Sainty on 36 (best score of the day); 2nd Helen Haynes 35 C/B; 3rd Diane Elley (Kurri) 35 C/B
B Grade Winners: 1st Deb Gardner 35; 2nd Carol Maher
34 C/B; 3rd Dawn Wiggins 34 C/B
Place Getters (35 C/B- 32 C/B): Annie Benton, Trish Sattler, Angela Clipperton, Robyn Wade, Marcia Smith, Jo Buttrey, Maxine Mitchell and Sue Hair
NTP Hole 10: A Grade Marcia Smith; B Grade Cheryl
Rose
A big field of 52 ladies played in Tuesday’s Stableford round. Conditions were very comfortable as the humidity had cleared, leaving a sparkling summer’s day for some happy golfers. As always, the competition was close at the top of the leaderboard, with Jo Scott just one shot ahead of Sue Kovacs and Angela Clipperton.
Deb Matheson had the Play of the Day when she chipped in from the bunker on the 10th. Deb had taken part in a training session the previous day for the Pennants teams, and credits her success to the coaching of our pro, Andrew McCormack who had the girls practicing that kind of shot. Some other stylish chip-ins came from Tanya Sinclair on the 8th, Sue Campton 18th, Dawn Wiggins 17th, Di Rumble-Dickson 11th, Janet Merryweather 15th, and Ann O’Brien.
Results: Tuesday 18/2/25
Ladies 18 Hole Stableford
A Grade Winners: 1st Sue Kovacs on 37; 2nd Annie Benton 36; 3rd Maxine Mitchell 34
B Grade Winners: 1st Angela Clipperton 37; 2nd
Dawn Wiggins 34 C/B; 3rd Lorraine Bragg 34
C Grade Winners: 1st Jo
Scott 38 (best score of the day); 2nd June Martin 34; 3rd Ann O’Brien 32 C/B
Place Getters (33-30
C/B): Liz Ross, Sue Campton, Pauline Barham, Tanya Sinclair, Robyn Richardson, Karen Brennan, Heather McGuinn, Robyn Wade, Jeanette Patfield, Cheryl Foster, Jo Collins and Deb Matheson
NTP Hole 5: B Grade Sue Forde; C Grade Jo Scott
Tuesday Lady Vets 9 Hole
Competition
The pleasant conditions brought out a bigger field of 11 players today, which was great to see.
Results: 1st Sue Nicholson on 20 C/B; 2nd Jeanette Kemp 20; 3rd Rhonda Dorman 18; 4th Robyn West 16
The heat and humidity returned on Thursday for the Lady Vets competition, but a great field of 53 ladies played in this round. Sue Forde and Karen Serhan both had strong games, with Sue taking the overall win with her bonus points. But the Play of the Day belonged to Karen: after her long tee shot landed beside
the left bunker at the back of the 10th hole, she chipped over the bunker, hit the flag and the ball dropped straight in for an excellent birdie 2. Another success story coming shortly after a chipping lesson with Andrew! Form a queue ladies, he’s going to be busy.
Results: Thursday 20/2/25
Tea Gardens Men’s Bowling Club News
By John SLATER
19 FEBRUARY
Today’s Bowls was sponsored by First National Real Estate Hawks Nest.
Di and
for ‘Friday 9 and
Lady Vets 9 Hole Event 1st Sue Forde on -5; 2nd Marcia Smith -3; 3rd Pat Dodd 3; 4th Helena Wilton 4; 5th Trish Sattler 6 NTP Hole 3: Division 1 Tanya Sinclair; Div 2 Di Rumble-Dickson; Div 3 Marlene Stokes
NTP Hole 16: Division 2 Pauline Barham; Div 3 Ann
Grade 5 played Water Board and Grade 6 took on Hamilton North Blue.
O’Brien
Guess who? (don’t sue):
Which of our ladies took 14 shots to get out of a bunker today? The rest of her game must have been fabulous as she still won a voucher!
Another great week of golf for the Hawks Nest Ladies - well played everyone.
The overall, winners with a score of 32 were John Moore, Brian Newbery, and Rick Islaub.
The morning winners were determined by the
Another good turnout of bowlers today with 42 players competing including 4 visitors.
Open Day
the winner was Geoff Harvey with 39pts from Alan Benson with 37pts on a c/b from John Stellema. Ladies' winner was Lou Smith with 34pts on a c/b from Terry Stellema. NTPs were Toby Carroll, Dave Brown, Don Schoonhoven and Lou Smith. Long drivers were Toby Carroll, Alan Benson, Steve South and Bernie Newton.
Sunday 16th was a big day for the Club with 80 men coming from far and wide to play in the catch-up 2024 Open Day.
While the course was magnificent, the strong southerly wind made the going difficult.
Two A graders came in with 75 gross and a sudden death playoff went to the 3rd hole with TJ Fortesque finally clinching the Championship from D.Hobday.
B Grade gross winner was M.Styles with 82 from A.Benson with 90 (c/b). C Grade gross winner was M.Bills with 94 from
narrowest victory margin. With a margin of just one, and after a countback, the winners were Graham Reynolds, Mark Nightingale, and Wayne Duggan.
The afternoon winners were decided by the lowest winning score of 14 and on a countback the winners were Graeme Watkins, Phil
S.South with 96. A Grade nett winner was C.Littlechild with 73 from A.Callaghan with 74. B Grade nett winner was A.Peacock with 72 from K.Scrimshaw with 74.. C Grade nett winner was P.Bowen with 73 from L.Rankin with 76. NTPs were C.Littlechild, G.Reid, D.Robbins, R.Donnelly, L.Rankin, A.Kirkman, W.Thomson, G.Leahy. B.Veitch won the 17th jackpot. Peter Norman won the giant raffle.
The memorial Trent Styles Trophy (best nett over the field) was won by Michael Styles with 68nett; he was the only player to come in under his handicap!
It was a great day and many thanks go to our very generous sponsors - particularly Ampol Fuels, Alan & Alison Benson, Toby Carroll, John and Terry Stellema. Thanks also to all those who contributed their time, cooking, serving and organisation skills etc etc - many hands made the event a success.
The 2025 Open Day will be held in October - let's do it all again!
The ladies played a Stableford
Thrift, and Geoff Page. Garden Eatery Voucher was won by Craig McDonald. Thanks to the Garden Eatery for sponsoring this voucher.
22 Feb
The Tea Gardens First National Pennants teams both enjoyed a home game today.
on Wednesday 19th and the winner was Lou Smith on a c/b from Alison Benson - both with 33pts.
The Vets played a Stableford Multiplier on Thursday 20th and 24 players enjoyed the event. Winners with 63pts were Dave Johnston & Craig Littlechild. Ron MacDaniels & Rick Winter were next with 59pts from Wayne Green & Dave Flynn with 56pts. NTPs were Dave Brown, Ken Hughes and Mick Welsh. Ron MacDaniels also won the 17th jackpot and sank the birdie putt.
Just 28 players turned up for February's Monthly Mug on Saturday 22nd and the Mug winner was Stewart McNaughton with 72nett from Allan Crick with 73nett. Ladies' winner was Lou Smith with 74nett from Alison Benson with 80nett. No NTPs (the course was difficult with challenging pin positions) and the long drivers were Geoff Harvey, Ken Hughes, David Shultz and Lou Smith. Lou also grabbed the 17th jackpot, but missed the birdie putt. The Men's Championship will begin next weekend - the first 2 rounds played on Saturday and Sunday.
There were competitive matches in both grades, with Grade 5 narrowly losing by 8 shots (57-65) and Grade 6 by a similar margin 50-58.
Tea Gardens were certainly well in in both matches and it is just the luck of the draw that often determines the winners.
In other news
Thursday Bowls Members are advised that they are now able to play a 12-end match with the Women's Club each Thursdays commencing at 9.15am for 9.30am. start A sheet will be on the board each week. This may suit some of our bowlers who are looking for a shorter match.
q Visitors
Jan joined locals Rosarie, Karen, Di and Deb
Wine’.
q Jo Scott had an impressive win on Tuesday.
q Saturday's winner, Denise Sainty.
q Karen Serhan scored a great birdie on Thursday.
STORY STARTS on BACK COVER, Page 20
q TJ Fortesque, Men's Open Day Champion.
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6am Eat
Wheaties! (2020, PG) 7.40 Fried Green Tomatoes. (1991, PG) 10.00 One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest. (1975, M) 12.25pm Silverado. (1985, M) 2.50 The Final Countdown. (1980, PG) 4.45 Earth To Echo. (2014, PG) 6.25 Charade. (1963, PG) 8.30 Barry Lyndon. (1975, M) Midnight Secretary. (2002, MA15+) 2.00 Ferocious Wolf. (2023, MA15+, Spanish) 3.55 Falling. (2020, M)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Love Your Home And Garden With Alan Titchmarsh. (PGa, R) 10.00 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. 12.00 APAC Weekly. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 12.55 Range Of Motion. (R) 1.00 Motor Racing. Hi-Tec Oils Super Series. Round 1. Day 2. 5.00 Heroines. (Premiere) 5.30 Hitler: Decoding A Dictator.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Ancient Greece By Train.
8.25 Emperor: Rise And Fall Of A Dynasty. (Mav) Looks at Livia, who starts having regrets.
9.20 Legends Of The Pharaohs. (Ma, R)
10.20 Great British Landmark Fixers. (R)
11.15 Elvis’ Women. (Mas, R)
2.40 Love Your Garden. (R)
3.30 Employable Me (UK) (MA15+l, R)
4.35 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 Al Jazeera News.
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6am WorldWatch. 9.30 Small Business Secrets. 10.00 The Movie Show. 12.20pm Figure Skating. 1.20 VICE. 2.15 Rites Of Passage. 2.45 Jeopardy! 4.50 WorldWatch. 5.20 PBS Washington Week. 5.45 Domino Masters. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 10.10 WWE Legends. 11.45 Hoarders. 12.30am The X-Files. 4.05 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.
6am Charade. (1963, PG) 8.05 Mr Holland’s Opus. (1995, PG) 10.40 All The President’s Men. (1976) 1.10pm Whina. (2022, PG, Maori) 3.15 Sissi. (1955, German) 5.15 Eat Wheaties! (2020, PG) 6.55 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PG) 8.30 Fame. (1980, M) 11.00 Sira. (2023, French) 1.15am Shiva Baby. (2020, M) 2.40 Barry Lyndon. (1975, M)
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6am Morning Programs. 10.00 My Greek Odyssey. 11.00 Harry’s Practice. 11.30 GetOn Extra. Noon Escape To The Country. 2.00 Better Homes. 3.00 The Yorkshire Vet. 4.00 Escape To The Country. 5.00 Horse Racing. Verry Elleegant Stakes Day and Australian Guineas Day. 6.00 Dog Patrol.
6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 Cool Cars & Bikes. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. High Limits World Tour. Night Grand Final. Replay. 4.00 Carnage. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 8.30 Heavy Tow
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6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. H’lights. 1.30 Cycling. Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. H’lights. 2.30 Air Crash Investigations: Special Report. (PGa, R) 3.30 Border Security: Int. (PG, R) 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. (R) 5.00 News. 5.30 Weekender.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Australian Idol. (PG)
8.40 The Hunters: The Car Bomb And The Underworld War. (Madv) Takes a look at the murder of John Furlan in 1998 by a car bomb, a crime which has never been solved.
10.15 Murder In The Outback: The Falconio And Lees Mystery. (Mdlv, R)
12.15 Friday Night Lights. (Madsv, R)
1.15 Travel Oz. (R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
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6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Married At First Sight. (PGals)
8.45 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.45 9News Late.
10.15 See No Evil. (Mav)
11.15 The First 48. (Malv) 12.05 World’s Greatest Myths And Mysteries. (PGa, R)
1.00 Destination WA. (R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 Customs. (PG, R)
5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
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6am MOVIE: L.O.L. Surprise! The Movie. (2021) 7.00 Children’s Programs. 1.10pm Inside The Superbrands. 3.10 Ben Fogle: Starting Up Starting Over. 4.10 Young Sheldon. 5.10 MOVIE: Space Jam: A New Legacy. (2021, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Turner & Hooch. (1989, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: Gettin’ Square. (2003, M) 11.40 Young Sheldon. 12.40am The Originals. 2.30 Ben Fogle: Starting Up Starting Over. 3.30 Late Programs. 6am Children’s Programs. 1.15pm MOVIE: In The Heights. (2021, PG) 4.00 Young Sheldon. 5.30 MOVIE: The Lego Movie. (2014, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Black Adam. (2022, M) 10.00 MOVIE: Sons Of Summer. (2023, MA15+) 11.45 Gotham. 12.40am Arrow. 2.30 Surfing Australia. 3.00 Beyblade X. 4.00 Bakugan. 4.30 Cry Babies Magic Tears. 4.50 LEGO City Adventures. 5.10 Children’s Programs.
6.00 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.00 Australian Survivor. (PGl) Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia. 8.30 Matlock. (PGl) Tensions escalate when Shae collaborates with Olympia’s team, investigating stolen trade secrets at a tech startup. 9.30 FBI. (Mv) Jubal must
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MONDAY, March 3
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Sicily With Michael Portillo. (PGaw) 8.25 Dan Snow’s Greatest Discoveries. (Return) 9.25 Inside Sydney Airport. (PGal, R)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Wisting. (Malsv)
12.25 A French Case. (Mav, R)
2.20 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. (Ml, R)
2.50 Employable Me (UK) (Mal, R)
3.55 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)
4.25 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 Australian Idol. (PG) Hosted by Ricki-Lee Coulter and Scott Tweedie, with judges Amy Shark, Kyle Sandilands and Marcia Hines.
9.10 Suits L.A. (Mav) Ted needs Amanda’s help with a new prosecutor in Lester’s murder trial.
10.10 The Oscars. (PGalv, R) From the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News. The latest news, sport and weather. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls) 9.00 Rise Of The Dolphins. 10.30 9News Late. 11.00 The Life And Murder Of Nicole Brown Simpson. (Mav)
12.00 The Equalizer. (MA15+v, R)
1.00 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Australian Survivor. (PGl) Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia. 8.40 NCIS: Sydney. (Mv, R)
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Bran Nue
Dae. (2009, PG) 7.35 Sissi. (1955, German) 9.35
Earth To Echo. (2014, PG) 11.15 Barry Lyndon. (1975, M) 2.40pm Charade. (1963, PG) 4.40 Sissi: The Young Empress. (1956, PG, German) 6.40 Sirocco. (1951, PG) 8.30 Raging Bull. (1980, MA15+) 10.55 Iron Sky. (2012, M) 12.35am Falling. (2020, M) 2.40 Black Box. (2021, M, French) 5.00 Sirocco. (1951, PG)
TUESDAY, March 4
(R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R)
8.30 Insight. (Return)
9.30 Dateline. (Return)
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 Guillaume’s Paris. (R)
11.30 Prisoner. (MA15+av)
12.40 Fargo. (Malv, R)
2.25 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. (R)
3.20 Employable Me (UK) (PGal, R)
4.25 Bamay. (R)
4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Sirocco. Continued. (1951, PG) 6.50 Whina. (2022, PG, Maori) 8.55 Sissi: The Young Empress. (1956, PG, German) 10.55 Shiva Baby. (2020, M) 12.20pm Fame. (1980, M) 2.45 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PG)
4.20 Sissi: The Fateful Years. (1957, PG, German)
6.20 From Here To Eternity. (1953, PG) 8.30 Amadeus. (1984, M) 11.30 Iron Sky 2. (2019, M) 1.10am Clean. (2021, MA15+) 2.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 Australian Idol. (PG) Hosted by Ricki-Lee Coulter and Scott Tweedie.
9.10 The Hunting Party. (M) The team races to stop Roy Barber, also known as the Couples Killer, before he strikes again.
10.10 The Irrational. (Mav) Alec and Marisa investigate a museum heist. 12.10 Sun, Sea And Surgery. (MA15+a, R) A look at Turkey’s Comfort Zone clinic.
1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
Married At First Sight. (Mls)
Madam. (MA15+ls) Mack steps back from the brothel.
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WEDNESDAY, March 5
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Australia: An Unofficial History. (l)
8.35 The Jury: Murder Trial UK. (Mal)
9.30 Rogue Heroes. (MA15+)
10.35 SBS World News Late.
11.05 Blackwater. (Premiere, MA15+alv)
12.15 My Brilliant Friend. (Mlv, R)
3.20 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. (PGal, R)
3.50 Employable Me (UK) (PGal, R)
4.55 China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGav)
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG) Hosted by Lee Mack.
8.30 The Front Bar. (Return, Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Full Sweat. (Premiere, M) Behindthe-scenes at the Hawthorn Football Club.
11.00 Autopsy USA: John Wayne. (Return, Ma)
12.00 Covert Affairs. (Mv, R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls)
9.00 Big Miracles. (Mam) 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 Casualty 24/7. (Mm) 11.30 The Equalizer. (MA15+av, R) 12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 Your Next Cruise. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair.
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THURSDAY,
March 6
In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia Christmas Special. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Finding Your Roots. (PG)
8.30 Hidden Volcano Abyss. (Mal, R)
A look at the eruption of Hunga Tonga.
9.30 Boiling Point.
10.40 SBS World News Late.
11.10 Golden Boy. (MA15+s)
12.05 Blackport. (MA15+s, R)
2.35 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. (MA15+l, R)
3.30 Employable Me (UK) (PGa, R)
4.40 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am From Here To Eternity. Continued. (1953, PG) 7.10 Sissi: The Fateful Years. (1957, PG, German) 9.10 The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 11.10 Iron Sky. (2012, M) 12.50pm Iron Sky 2. (2019, M) 2.30 Sirocco. (1951, PG) 4.20 Minari. (2020, PG, Korean) 6.30 Breaker Morant. (1980, PG) 8.30 Platoon. (1986, MA15+) 10.45 Arkansas. (2020, MA15+) 12.40am Late Programs. 6am Breaker Morant. Continued. (1980, PG) 7.05 After Yang. (2021, PG) 8.50 Minari. (2020, PG, Korean) 11.00 Amadeus. (1984, M) 1.50pm From Here To Eternity. (1953, PG) 4.00 The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 6.00 The Age Of Innocence. (1993, PG) 8.30 Dangerous Liaisons. (1988, M) 10.45 Nowhere Boy. (2009, M) 12.35am Rush. (2013, MA15+) 2.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 Motorway Patrol. (PG, R)
A speeder will not stop.
8.30 MOVIE: The Butler. (2013, Malv, R)
A White House butler serves seven American presidents across three decades. Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey.
11.10 Autopsy USA: Anthony Bourdain. (Madl, R)
12.10 Damnation. (MA15+asv)
1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
News Of The Area MYALL COAST SPORT
By Thora-Lou SMITH
IT was the first NSW Medal round on Wednesday 12
February at Bulahdelah Golf Club, and Alison Benson was the winner with 71nett from Lou Smith with 75nett.
Bernie Newton won the Jackpot again.
The Vets played a Stableford on Thursday 13 February and Steve South was the winner with 39pts from Rick Winter with 37pts and Steve Fitzgerald with 33pts (c/b).
Mick Welsh was the jackpot winner while Dave Brown and Rod Norberry got NTPs.
Saturday 15th was a Stableford game and CONTINUED Page 12
Open Day
q Michael Styles, winner of the Trent Styles Memorial Trophy, with the Styles family.
